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LinkedIn gives you a profile that allows you to post your educational background, previous work experience and professional recommendations. Although the section does not display by default, you can add a section that shows the certifications and professional licenses you have earned. This section displays each professional license's name, the authority that issued it, the license number if applicable and the time period for which the license is valid.

1. Log in to LinkedIn. Place your mouse cursor over the "Profile" option on the menu bar, then select "Edit Profile."

2. Click "Add Sections" below your profile overview. Click "Certifications" under "Sections" in the dialog box that appears, then click "Add to Profile." This takes you to a page that allows you to enter information about your professional license or certification.

3. Type the name of your license next to "Certification Name," then type the organization that issued the license next to "Certification Authority." Type your license number next to "License Number" if desired. Select the date you received your license and its expiration date next to "Date." Click "This Certificate Does Not Expire" if your license has no expiration date.

4. Click "Add Certification" to add your professional license and to return to your profile page. To add additional licenses, scroll down to the "Certifications" section and click "Add a Certification."

Tip

If your license expires or you renew it, click "Edit" next to the license's name under "Certifications" on the "Edit Profile" page. You can then change the dates if you renewed the license or click "Delete This Certification" if your license expired.

About the Author

Ashley Donohoe has written business, technology and education articles professionally since 2010. Having a background in business and technology, she has completed undergraduate studies in business and computer science along with a Master of Business Administration.